Nebraska · 8 community water systems
Lead pipes in Dixon County, NE
8 community water systems serving Dixon County reported 2 lead and 143 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 170 of unknown material. The most are in City of Ponca.
15% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, higher than the Nebraska average (7.4%) and higher than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0.2%
- Galvanized (replace) 15%
- Unknown 17%
- Non-lead 68%
Water systems serving Dixon County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of PoncaPonca | 0 | 107 | 0 | 23% |
| Village of AllenAllen | 0 | 18 | 0 | 8.5% |
| Village of ConcordConcord | 2 | 15 | 60 | 22% |
| Village of MaskellMaskell | 0 | 2 | 6 | 6.3% |
| Village of MartinsburgPonca | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2.0% |
| Village of NewcastleNewcastle | 0 | 0 | 102 | 0% |
| Village of WaterburyWaterbury | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| City of WakefieldWakefield | 0 | 0 | 0 | – |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Dixon County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Dixon County reported 2 lead and 143 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 170 of unknown material.
Which Dixon County water systems have the most lead lines?
City of Ponca (107), Village of Allen (18), Village of Concord (17).
How do I check my home in Dixon County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.